Last week, I applied for belgium tourist visa. I am an indian national, working in London, UK under HSMP visa. I thought it could be of help to others who are planning to do the same. It will even apply for the people who are planning to apply for schengen visa for their europen trip.
First let me list out few facts.
1) Belgium embassy doesnt entertain visa with multiple entries. And especially, if you are tourist, you got little chance to get a visa with multiple entry .
2) They are very strict in terms of issuing visa. So make sure that the application form is completly filled to avoid any kind of rejection.
3) Belgium embassy receive all our visa applications through a thrid party know as vfs. You can get their details at this link. http://www.vfs-be-uk.com/
4) Since I am from London, I need to apply at VFS office located at central london. If you are applying in the same branch and if you are unaware of streets of central london, make sure that you carry a detailed map. It would be very confusing. One of the landmark i would suggest is Nandos located close to leicester square underground tube station.
5) Inside the application office, they do have a photocopier and provision for taking passport photos. But I would advise to rely on it as a last resort.
Below are the list of documents I submitted. It could be a remainder for all who are planning.
1. My tenancy agreement for my address proof.
2. My bank statements & salary slips as proof for funds.
3. Letter from my employer stating my employment details
4. Annual multi-trip Travel insurance
5. Euro star travel tickets
6. Printout of my hotel accommodation.
7. My valid Indian Passport
8. Photocopy of my credit card.
Good luck.
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